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January 25 Hypothermia Class This three-hour class teaches the extreme dangers and how to treat hypothermia. Learn how quick hypothermia can set in and the signs indicating it is setting in. Also learn steps to prevent hypothermia and how to combat it. $30 per person Meet at True Adventure Sports 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 256-997-9577
January 25 Wild Cave Tour Go beyond where the average tourist explores! This 2.5 hour adventure is for those of you ready to explore on your knees, on your belly, in the mud and through tight tunnels. Explore in one of NE Alabama's most unique all-weather caves, Manitou Cave, in the heart of For Payne. Adventure includes helmet, cave lamps plus a fun informative guide. Meet at True Adventure Sports. $30 per person. 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 256-997-9577
January 26 Rock Climbing / Rappelling Adventure Combo Nestled in the NE corner of Alabama are some of the best and unique sandstone cliffs in the country. Come experience first-hand what rock climbing and rappelling is all about with guides who are fun, safe and energetic. This trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. No prior climbing experience is needed. $54 per person 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 256-997-9577
January 27 GPS Basics Training and Navigation Class Part 2 Learn how to quickly apply navigation skills learned in part 1. You will learn to find a beacon placed in the woods as a SAR attempt while knowing your position, and the position of your teammates. Compass and handheld GPS is required. $45 per person 5 pm to 9 pm 256-997-9577
January 28 Practical Ingenuity School-Think Outside The Box This class is open to the public and will be taught by different people at different times. The object of the class is to help each of us to use our mind to think of other solutions (if the known one is not available) to any given problem(s) from mechanical to business and everything in between. This will help all of us as we learn how to apply this skill to our life and our jobs. Please call or email our office if you wish to sign up for this class, and remember it is free admission. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. 256-997-9577
January 29 Paperweight Class This class is designed for those who really just want see what molten glass is all about. Feel the heat, gather from the furnace, sculpt the glass into you own design. It is ultimately about the experience, some experimentation and a couple nice paperweights to take home or to the office to show your friends. Class size at the largest will be five students so everyone has adequate time at the bench working. There will be material provided before the class for you to review and become familiar with concerning safety and basic glassblowing vocabulary. Reservations Required $130 per person. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 256-523-3188
January 29 Extreme Night Hike This end-of-day adventure does not slow down just because it's dark. Intended for a large group team-building exercise, this hike has a bit of bouldering, some scrambling, some spelunking, and a whole lot of required working together. Headlamp and enthusiastic guide included. Meet at True Adventure Sports. $18pp. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 256-997-9577
January 30 Rappelling Adventure Come experience the thrill of rappelling down the sheer sandstone gems of NE Alabama. No previous experience necessary. Each trip includes all the gear plus basic instruction. $37 per person 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 256-997-9577
January 30 Climate Change: We Can Solve It! Join Dr. Joyce Lanning, Alabama Manager for The Climate Project, for this fascinating and educational look at how we can leave a habitable and life supporting planet to our children (and the young of all species). Little River Canyon Center 1 p.m. No fee; To pre-register for a program or for more information, call Renee Morrison/JSU Field Schools at 256-782-5697.
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